Business Details
9 Years
experience
Award-Winning Newborn & Family Photographer in the San Francisco Bay Area
Golden Shutter Portraits was founded in 2017 with a commitment to delivering high-end, service-driven portrait experiences that prioritize client comfort and timeless artistry. As a Bay Area-based studio, we specialize in newborn, family, and headshot photography, serving clients across San Francisco, Silicon Valley, South Bay, and East Bay. Our approach combines personalized planning, professional styling, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every session results in heirloom-quality artwork.We handle every aspect of the processfrom complimentary hair and makeup to in-home design consultations and artwork installationmaking the experience seamless for our clients. With a focus on safety and client satisfaction, we provide a full studio wardrobe, trained newborn photography assistants, and customized portrait solutions tailored to individual family needs.
Services
Newborn Photography
Family Portraits
Maternity Sessions
Headshot Photography
Personal Branding
In-Home Design Consultation
Artwork Installation
Studio Rentals
Outdoor Sessions
Cake Smash Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We provide complimentary hair and makeup for all custom sessions.
- Our studio prioritizes newborn safety with trained assistants during photoshoots.
- We offer in-home design consultations and artwork installation services.
- We travel throughout the Bay Area for outdoor and on-location sessions.
- Our full client wardrobe includes maternity, family, and newborn attire options.
What people say
Every tiny detail was taken care of
Gorgeous gallery wall
Complimentary hair and makeup
Seamless and elevated experience
Cherished heirlooms
Services
Newborn Photography
In-studio and lifestyle newborn sessions prioritize safety and comfort, using handcrafted props and trained assistants. Sessions include outfit selection from our studio wardrobe and customized artwork design. All sessions ensure parents receive high-quality prints and wall-ready displays.
Family Portraits
Bespoke family photography available in-studio or on-location during golden hour. Services include styling assistance, hair and makeup, and coordinated artwork installation. Sessions cater to busy parents seeking timeless portraits that reflect their family's unique story.
Maternity Sessions
Maternity photography offered in-studio or outdoors, featuring professional styling with maternity gowns. Sessions focus on capturing the beauty of pregnancy, with artwork options designed to complement home decor and lasting family legacies.
Headshot Photography
Corporate and personal branding headshots available in-studio or on-location. Includes wardrobe styling, hair and makeup services, and customized print solutions. Designed for professionals seeking polished, high-quality images for business use.
Artwork Installation
Complimentary in-home design consultations and artwork installation services ensure seamless wall display of portraits. Includes measurement, layout planning, and professional hanging of prints and canvases for a finished gallery look.
People
Kirtana Ahluwalia
Owner & Photographer
Founder of Golden Shutter Portraits since 2017, Kirtana combines formal training from the University of Cambridge with maternal experience to create timeless family portraits. Specializes in newborn and maternity photography across the Bay Area.
Questions
What locations do you serve for photoshoots?
We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, Silicon Valley, South Bay, and East Bay communities like Belmont, Oakland, Berkeley, and Fremont.
What is included in a newborn photography session?
Newborn sessions include prop selection, trained safety assistants, outfit styling, and customized artwork options. Complimentary hair and makeup services are provided for parents during studio sessions.
Do you offer in-home photography options?
Yes, we provide lifestyle newborn photography and family sessions in clients' homes, along with in-home design consultations for artwork placement and installation.
What safety measures are taken during newborn sessions?
All newborn sessions use a trained assistant to ensure baby safety, with poses designed for comfort. Props are sourced from reputable vendors and sanitized between uses to maintain hygiene standards.
What print and display options are available?
We offer museum-quality canvases, framed prints, heirloom albums, and custom gallery wall installations. All print products are professionally finished and delivered ready for display.
How does the portrait ordering process work?
After your session, we schedule a virtual ordering appointment to review images, select favorites, and design custom artwork displays tailored to your home's dimensions and decor style.
